Combining the benefits of a chef's knife and cleaver, this compact 4" hollow-ground santoku is indispensable for chopping, slicing and dicing. Oval indentations on the blade's sides reduce friction to produce clean, uniform cuts and minimize sticking.

VG-MAX "super steel" blade is clad on each side with 34 microthin layers of stainless steel, creating a variegated look reminiscent of a Damascus-style blade.

The wide, angle-tipped blade combines the best features of a chef's knife and a cleaver.

Indentations along the blade reduce friction and keep slices from sticking.

Exceedingly sharp cutting edge is long lasting and easy to maintain.

Durable PakkaWood handle resists moisture and has a D shape, to sit comfortably in the hand.

4" santoku: 4"-long blade; 4"-long handle; 3 oz.

This NSF-certified knife meets the high-level safety standards for professional kitchens.

Handcrafted in Japan.

Use & Care

Use

Always use caution when handling sharp objects.

Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.

It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.

Care

Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.

Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.

Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing once a week, your knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice a year.

Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen at a 16-degree angle, or have it sharpened by a professional.

Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.

Shipping

Shipping Information

This item is shipped from our warehouse by UPS to arrive within five business days of our receiving your order.

Shipping Rates

Next Day Delivery

For an additional charge of $17.50 per address, we can expedite delivery to most destinations. This service is not available for some oversize items, items shipped directly from the supplier (including perishable and custom-manufactured items), out-of-stock items and items to be shipped outside the contiguous 48 states.

Orders reciived by 9:00 p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Thursday will arrive the next business day; orders placed Friday thorugh Sunday will arrive on the following Tuesday.

Return Policy

At Williams Sonoma, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction are our priority. Upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.

If within 30 days, you are dissatisfied for any reason, you may return your purchase for a refund of the merchandise value. An original receipt or gift receipt is required for all returns and exchanges. Returns with a gift receipt will be refunded in the form of a Merchandise Credit for the amount indicated on the gift receipt. Returns with original receipt will be refunded in the original form of payment, cash and check refunds over $100 will be issued as a company check (may take 14 business days from time of request).

For all cutlery returns (knife sets, single knives, cutting boards, knife sharpeners, and knife storage) please contact us at 888.922.4108 to initiate the return.

We cannot accept returns on monogrammed, personalized, special-order items, custom upholstery, food, items shipped direct from the vendor, or on items damaged through normal wear and tear. Final sale items ending in .97 or .99 cannot be returned.

For returns of items purchased from your Williams Sonoma Gift Registry, we will gladly provide a refund or exchange for the merchandise within 90 days of your event or within 90 days of purchase, whichever date is later. View Full Returns Policy.

Working with a sharp knife is safer, more effective and much less tiring than trying to cut and slice with a dull one. To ensure top performance, bring your favorite knife into your local store and one of our cutlery experts will give it a fresh, new edge using our precision equipment. The first knife is free; each additional knife is just $5.

Our stores also offer knife demonstrations to teach you the correct grip, positioning and basic knife techniques and can help you find the perfect cutlery for your needs – just ask a store associate for assistance.

Rated 5 out of
5 by
YANKEE1 from
cuts so easy!Love this addition to my Shun knives. It handles easy & slices great. Love the knife.

Date published: 2016-01-12

Rated 5 out of
5 by
imeldasue from
Shun knifes are my favoriteI have used several brands of knifes. Global knifes are more attractive to me but I find Shun the sharpest. The only negative is the knife may feel too small for a large hand.

Date published: 2016-01-12

Rated 4 out of
5 by
wrobelan from
Little knife that could...This is a sharp little knife that is thin behind the edge. Great addition for the board.

Date published: 2015-04-15

Rated 5 out of
5 by
sandyspicks from
Love this knifeShun is a great brand. I have enjoyed using the shun knives.

Date published: 2015-04-03

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mwalt050 from
Perfect size for go to knifeThis knife is just the right size for all kinds of uses. It's light & easy to use.

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